2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z8 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW Z8 (500 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Tribute | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |
